Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain software for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Develop machine control applications utilizing object-oriented design principles and modern software architectures.
Implement control software for
Motion control systems
Robotics and automation
Laser processing modules
Vision and metrology systems
Factory automation interfaces
Collaborate with systems, electrical, and mechanical engineers to define equipment requirements and software architecture.
Develop software interfaces to PLCs, motion controllers, sensors, and process hardware.
Support equipment integration, debugging, and validation activities.
Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and software verification testing.
Investigate field issues and implement corrective actions.
Generate technical documentation and support software release processes.
Support customer installations and factory acceptance testing as required.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's degree in
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Software Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Related Engineering Discipline
Experience
5+ years of software development experience.
Experience developing software in C# or C++.
Experience with object-oriented design and software architecture.
Experience working with source control systems (Git, Azure DevOps, SVN, or equivalent).
Experience troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems.
Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional engineering environment.
Preferred Qualifications
One or more of the following
Semiconductor equipment experience.
Beckhoff TwinCAT development.
EtherCAT industrial networking.
PLC programming and automation systems.
Motion control platforms such as
Aerotech
Beckhoff
Delta Tau
ACS
Siemens
Vision systems integration.
SECS/GEM factory automation.
OPC-UA communications.
Real-time control systems.
Robotics and precision automation.
Laser processing equipment.
Advanced packaging or photonics manufacturing experience.
Agile software development methodologies.
Technical Skills
Preferred technical experience includes
Languages
C#
C++
Python
Structured Text (IEC 61131-3)
Platforms
Windows
TwinCAT
Visual Studio
Azure DevOps
Communications
EtherCAT
Ethernet/IP
OPC-UA
TCP/IP
RS-232
Equipment Domains
Motion Control
Robotics
Precision Positioning
Laser Processing
Machine Vision
Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment
Leadership Expectations
Demonstrates ownership and accountability.
Drives issues to closure with minimal supervision.
Effectively communicates technical information across engineering disciplines.
Mentors junior engineers and contributes to engineering best practices.
Supports a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Travel
Domestic and international travel up to 10%.
Additional Information
Time Type
Full time
Employee Type
Assignee / Regular
Travel
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Eligible
Yes
The salary offered to a selected candidate will be based on multiple factors including location, hire grade, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and with consideration of internal equity of our current team members. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation such as participation in a bonus and a stock award program, as applicable.
For all sales roles, the posted salary range is the Target Total Cash (TTC) range for the role, which is the sum of base salary and target bonus amount at 100% goal achievement.
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